Can virgin olive oil relieve pain and have the same power as any other widely used painkiller?

Yes, according to the researchers of Monell Chemical Senses Center located in Philedelphia. Scientists are saying that the ingredient, oleocanthal, works to suppress the same pain pathway as any other drugs such as Ibuprofen, even though the two chemicals are unrelated. According to the study, 50 grams of olive oil daily is equal to about 10% of Ibuprofen dose used in adults.

These new findings are a reason why an individual may want to adopt a Mediterranean diet, which is rich in olive oil, fish, fresh veggies, and unsaturated fat.

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